Reports to: Operations Director
Position Title: Event Manager (Contractor)
Location: On-site during the 50th Annual Atlanta Film Festival
ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION - ATLFF
Now approaching its 50th year, the Atlanta Film Festival (ATLFF) is the Southeast's preeminent celebration of cinema and the flagship production of the Atlanta Film Society. One of the largest and longest-running festivals in the country, ATLFF showcases the work of both emerging and established artists. Every spring, our 11-day festival presents approximately 150 local and international works representing 50+ countries selected from as many as 10,000+ submissions (consisting of 8,000+ films and 2,000+ screenplays) sent in from as many as 120+ countries. For multiple years, ATLFF has been named a "Top 50 Festival Worth the Entry Fee" and one of the "25 Coolest Film Festivals in the World" by MovieMaker magazine, as well as USAToday's "10 Best Film Festivals." Historically, over 90% of ATLFF's program is chosen from submissions.
These priorities for on-screen extend also to off-screen, with the Atlanta Film Society (ATLFS) striving to make sure that the breadth of Atlanta's rich diversity in ethnicity, orientation, age, and gender is reflected in our audience, volunteers, jury, staff, and board.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Event Manager will oversee all aspects of event planning and execution, ensuring each event operates seamlessly from conception through completion. Core responsibilities include coordinating with catering vendors; managing venue layouts and décor; developing and executing detailed run-of-show schedules; planning and confirming event menus; coordinating talent, speakers, and special guests; and addressing all logistical and operational requirements. The primary objective of this role is to deliver a smooth, well-organized, and memorable experience for all attendees.
In the lead-up to the festival and throughout its duration, this role serves as the primary point of contact for ATLFF events. The Event Manager must be a clear and confident communicator, a strong problem solver, and a friendly, approachable team member with a strong customer-service focus.
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Kaliena Bowen
Marketing Director
Atlanta Film Festival
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